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Viking River Cruises put river cruising on the map, with more river cruise ships and itineraries than anyone else.

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Hosted Danube Christmas Delights Cruise

8-Day Budapest to Passau

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Viking Gymir
Departure:	12/10/2025
Length:	8 Days
Starts:	Budapest, Hungary

Starting from

$2,999

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Fall Sale

Free International Air and Reduced Deposit

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Multiple
Departure:	2025 through 2026
Length:	8 to 15 Days

Starting from

$1,999

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Danube River Cruises

Guided Shore Excursions, Reduced Airfare and More

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Multiple
Departure:	4/2/2025 to 11/15/2026
Length:	8 Days
Starts:	Budapest \| Passau \| Regensburg

Starting from

$2,199

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Cities of Light River Cruisetours

12-Day Paris to Prague

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Multiple
Departure:	4/16/2025 to 11/4/2026
Length:	12 Days
Starts:	Paris, France \| Prague, Czech Republic

Starting from

$3,099

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France River Cruises

Shore Excursions, Reduced Deposits and More

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Multiple
Departure:	5/4/2025 to 11/15/2026
Length:	8 Days

Starting from

$2,599

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15-Day Budapest to Amsterdam (or reverse) River Cruise

Grand European Tour

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Multiple
Departure:	4/10/2025 to 11/15/2026
Length:	15 Days
Starts:	Amsterdam \| Budapest

Starting from

$4,999

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European Christmas Markets River Cruises

Shore Excursions, Reduced Airfares and Free WiFi

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Multiple
Departure:	11/26/2025 to 12/17/2026
Length:	8 Days

Starting from

$2,499

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Viking Mississippi River Cruises

Mississippi River Cruises

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Viking Mississippi
Departure:	2/8/2025 to 12/22/2026
Length:	8 to 15 Days

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$3,499

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Amsterdam to Bucharest River Cruise

23-Day European Sojourn

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Multiple
Departure:	5/7/2025 to 10/13/2026
Length:	23 Days
Starts:	Amsterdam \| Bucharest

Starting from

$8,599

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Pharaohs & Pyramids Nile River Cruises

12-Day Roundtrip Cairo

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Multiple
Departure:	6/8/2025 to 6/13/2027
Length:	12 Days
Starts:	Cairo, Egypt

Starting from

$5,999

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Douro River Cruises

10-Day Lisbon to Porto Cruisetour

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	multiple
Departure:	6/21/2025 to 10/12/2026
Length:	10 Days
Starts:	Lisbon, Portugal to Porto, Portugal

Starting from

$4,299

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8-Day Amsterdam to Basel (or reverse) River Cruises

Rhine Getaway

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Mulitple
Departure:	4/8/2025 to 11/19/2026
Length:	8 Days
Starts:	Amsterdam \| Basel

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$2,099

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8-Day Lyon & Provence Cruises

Reduced Airfare, Guided Tours and More

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Multiple
Departure:	4/23/2025 to 11/15/2026
Length:	8 Days
Starts:	Avignon \| Lyon

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$2,599

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Paris and the Heart of Normandy

Guided Shore Excursions, Reduced Airfare and More

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Multiple
Departure:	5/7/2025 to 11/19/2026
Length:	8 Days
Starts:	Roundtrip Paris, France

Starting from

$2,599

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Bordeaux River Cruises

Reduced Air, Complimentary Shore Excursions and More

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Viking Forseti
Departure:	4/13/2025 to 11/15/2026
Length:	8 Days
Starts:	Bordeaux, France

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$2,599

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Magnificent Mekong River Cruisetours

15-Day Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

Cruise Line:	Viking Cruises
Ship(s):	Viking Saigon
Departure:	7/28/2025 to 12/25/2026
Length:	15 Days
Starts:	Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi

Starting from

$7,499

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Viking River Cruises maintains the largest fleet in the river cruise industry with approximately 50 river cruise ships. Its new “longship” design can be experienced on dozens of itineraries throughout Europe. The Aquavit Terrace is a popular outdoor seating area at the bow of Viking longships, where passengers enjoy dining, reading and comparing travel stories. Viking River Cruises also provides Russia, Asia and Egypt river cruises.

Viking has consistently placed high on competitive rankings like Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List, Reader’s Choice and Best Small Ships awards; and Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best awards.

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Popular Destinations

Europe: Danube, Rhine, Seine, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Douro (Portugal), Elbe (Germany & Czech Republic); Volga (Russia), Yangtze (China), Mekong (Cambodia & Vietnam), Irrawaddy (Myanmar), Nile (Egypt)

Types of Cruisers

River Cruisers, Small Ship Cruisers, Culture, Culinary, History, Wine, Solo Cruisers, Theme Cruises, Guided Tours

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Popular Itineraries & Destinations Back to Top (scroll sideways)
CRUISE	DETAILS
8-Day Rhine Getaway	Amsterdam to Basel (or reverse) Castles, Black Forest, historic cities & medieval towns on one of Europe’s best-loved rivers	CONTACT AN AGENT
15-Day Grand European Tour	Amsterdam to Budapest (or reverse) Includes Rhine, Main & Danube Rivers Stunning Rhine valley vistas, food and wine of Wachau Valley, and much more in this "Best of Europe" river cruise	CONTACT AN AGENT
14-Day Imperial Jewels of China	Beijing to Shanghai (or reverse) Includes 7-Day Yangtze River cruise; plus 2 nights in Shanghai, 2 nights in Xian & 3 nights in Beijing Great Wall, Beijing, Terra Cotta Warriors, 3 Gorges Dam, Shanghai	CONTACT AN AGENT

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Ships Back to Top

Viking Longship Embla (Europe)

Viking Hemming (Portugal/Douro River)

Viking Beyla (Europe/Elbe River)

Viking Helgi (Russia)

Viking Emerald (China/Yangtze River)

MS Omar El Khayam (Egypt/Nile River)

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Bridgett Quinn Webber

Cruise Consultant

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Bridgett’s travel industry career includes five years working onboard Holland America Line ships as Cruise Staff and Guest Relations Supervisor. She was fortunate enough ...Read more

Gayle Takashima

Cruise Consultant

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With nearly three decades of experience in luxury travel, Gayle prides herself on a commitment to excellence in all her client relationships, and it shines ...Read more

Teresa Skeim

Cruise Consultant

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Expert Reviews & Recommendations Back to Top

Helpful Tips When Visiting Egypt

By: Special Guest Reporter | September 20, 2023

ahlan wa sahlan “Ahlan wa sahlan” or welcome is a phrase you will hear and use throughout your visit to Egypt. Hatshepsut Temple Known for ancient treasures and rich history, Egypt is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. Annie Scrivanich recently returned from the 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids Cruisetour on Viking Ra and has put together a helpful list of tips for those that wish to visit this fascinating region. Entry Visa ... Read more

Pharaohs and Pyramids CruiseTour aboard Viking Ra

By: Lisa Vongphachanh | September 20, 2023

Annie Scrivanich and Voyage Host, Tom Mullen Cruise Specialists’ very own Annie Scrivanich and Voyage Host, Tom Mullen just returned from Viking’s 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids cruise-tour aboard the 52-guest Viking Ra and couldn’t wait to share their experiences on board this destination specific ship. Viking Ra on the Nile River near the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris in Kom Ombo, Egypt. A Ship Fit for Egypt: Viking Ra ... Read more

European River Cruise Line Comparison

By: Lisa Vongphachanh | July 12, 2023

At Cruise Specialists, we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise in river cruising, positioning us as your go-to resource when selecting the perfect river cruise line. Our seasoned team is intimately familiar with the unique offerings of various river cruise lines, allowing our river cruise experts to provide personalized recommendations tailored to your preferences, needs, and budget. Whether you’re seeking a culturally immersive journey along the meandering Danube River or a luxury retreat cruising the serene waters of the Seine River, Cruise Specialists is equipped to guide you toward the river cruise line that suits you best, ensuring an unforgettable voyage. ... Read more

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